District Supervisors establish programs to address local natural resource concerns, prioritize programs and projects, provide direction for the staff to administer programs, and serve as an advocate and local voice in the conservation of our county’s natural resources.

Anyone who is a registered voter and resident of Crook County is eligible to serve as a conservation district supervisor. Once elected, Supervisors serve a 4-year term. Candidates must meet the residency requirements for the duration of the term. By statute, three positions are rural, one urban and one at-large.

Urban: Must reside in an incorporated municipality (Sundance, Moorcroft, Hulett, Pine Haven)

Rural: Must reside in Crook County and outside of an incorporated area

At-Large: May reside anywhere in Crook County.

Supervisors do not receive compensation for duties, except for expenses incurred. Vacancies are filled by appointment by the Board of Agriculture based on recommendation of the district supervisors. Appointees serve until the next general election and at that time they will run for the unexpired term.

CCNRD Board of Supervisors

• Wayne Garman, Chairman, Rural, term expires 2028
• Lily Altaffer, Vice Chairman, At-large, term expires 2028
• Wanda Burget, Treasurer, Rural, term expires 2026
• Kim Fundaun, Secretary, Rural, term expires 2026
• Casey Devish, Member, Urban, term expires 2028

Our Chairman, Wayne Garman received the Darrell Walker Outstanding Supervisor of the Year Award at the 2025 Wyoming Association of Conservation Districts Convention. This award recognizes one of 170 elected Conservation District Supervisors from across Wyoming who has been exceptional in their service and civic involvement.
Wayne has championed conservation initiatives for over thirty years and consistently demonstrates integrity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting Wyoming’s natural resources through public servitude and civic involvement.  With a deep commitment to sustainable land use, water conservation, ecological integrity, and private landowner rights, Wayne brings both passion and experience to his leadership roles.
 
Wayne is a true Wyomingite and his family history runs deep in Crook County. His family first purchased a Wyoming homestead in 1907 and moved to the Crook County property in 1908.  Wayne grew up with ranching in his bloodline and after high school, he began working for a neighboring ranch before pursuing a degree in agricultural business from the University of Wyoming. Wayne utilized his agricultural business knowledge to start his own business ranching and continues today along with his wife Dixie and daughter Peggy Sue.  Wayne often says, “If we do something we like, we never work a day in our lives.” 
 
Wayne has made a profound impact in Wyoming by serving on boards and committees, not only in his own County, but throughout Wyoming. Notably, Wayne has demonstrated his commitment by serving as the Vice-President on the Wyoming Natural Resources Foundation, representing State, county, locally elected or appointed offices of Wyoming on the Black Hills National Forest Advisory Board, serving as the Area 1 Representative for the Wyoming Association of Conservation District Board, representing Conservation Districts on the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Nonpoint Source Taskforce, and admirably serving on Crook County Natural Resource District Board since 1996. Shortly thereafter he was appointed to fill the unexpired term and has been actively engaged in programs, policy, partnerships, and the preservation of local decision-making for over 29 years.  Wayne is a valuable Conservation District Board Chairman because he understands the importance of balancing environmental priorities with community needs and economic vitality. In his limited spare time, Wayne also serves his community by leading as the Crook County Fire Zone 14 Warden and volunteering his time as auctioneer ringman. 
 
Wayne embodies the spirit of this award because he leads with transparency, accountability, and vision. He has dedicated his life to the responsible stewardship of our natural resources and has been actively involved in local conservation initiatives, collaborations with stakeholders, and is an advocate for responsible resource management.